CLIPPERCREEK CP-50 Handheld EVSE Tester User Manual

: June 4, 2024
: CLIPPERCREEK

Table of Contents

OVERVIEW
VERIFY VEHICLE CHARGE REQUEST RESPONSE
PROXIMITY SIGNAL TEST
LINE 1, LINE 2/N EVSE OUTPUT TEST
PILOT COMMUNICATION SIGNAL TEST
CCID TRIP POINT
RESET THE EVE
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
Documents / Resources

CP-50 Handheld EVSE Tester
User Manual

PLEASE NOTE

This user manual includes the latest information at the time of printing. Enphase Energy, Inc. reserves the right to make changes to this product without further notice. Changes or modifications to this product by other than an authorized service facility may void the product warranty.

Contact a Customer Service Representative with any questions about the use of this product.

WARNING : This product can expose you to chemicals, including Carbon Black, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to: www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

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OVERVIEW

The CP-50 is an optional piece of test equipment that can be used to confirm the correct operation of an EVSE after installation without an electric vehicle present. The primary purpose of the CP-50 is to confirm that the EVSE responds to a charge request and that the EVSE properly responds to a ground fault condition.

The installer may test the EVSE charge request response with the CP-50 tester alone. Additional communications signal, proximity signal, and output voltage measurements are facilitated by using an oscilloscope or Digital Voltage Meter (DVM) in conjunction with the CP-50.

Functions of the CP-50 include:

Verification of EVSE response to vehicle charge request
Verification of the Proximity Signal with a DVM
Verification of Line 1, Line 2 / Neutral EVSE outputs with a DVM
Verification of the Pilot communication signal with an oscilloscope
Verification that the CCID safety circuit is functioning properly

CLIPPERCREEK CP 50 Handheld EVSE Tester - fig 1

VERIFY VEHICLE CHARGE REQUEST RESPONSE

Confirm service line power is applied to the EVSE; the “Power” light will be lit on the EVSE. On Side B of the CP-50, verify that the toggle is switched to “Charge NOT Requested.” See Figure 1.

Plug the EVSE SAE J1772 Connector into the CP-50 test fixture.
See Figure 2. No lights on the CP-50 will be illuminated when a charge is not requested. Flip the vehicle Charge Request toggle to “Charge Requested.” The red light on the side of the CP-50 will illuminate to indicate that power is applied to the CP-50 tester.

CLIPPERCREEK CP 50 Handheld EVSE Tester - fig 2

PROXIMITY SIGNAL TEST

Flip the vehicle Charge Request toggle to “Charge NOT Requested,” then plug the EVSE SAE J1772 connector into the CP-50 test fixture. See Figure 2.

Set DVM to measure ohms and connect to the DVM Proximity and DVM Ground test points located on Side A of the CP-50. See Figure 1. The resistance should measure between 127 and 156 ohms.

Press and hold the SAE J1772 connector button down to disengage the proximity circuit, leaving the EVSE plugged in. The resistance should now measure between 366 and 448 ohms.

LINE 1, LINE 2/N EVSE OUTPUT TEST

WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK! Service line voltage is present at these test points. It is suggested that the following steps be performed in the order shown below.

Plug the EVSE SAE J1772 connector into the CP-50 test fixture. Connect a DVM to the DVM Line 1 and DVM Line 2 / Neutral test points located on Side A of the CP-50. See Figure 1. The DVM should read less than 15VAC.

Flip the vehicle Charge Request toggle to “Charge Requested.” The red light will illuminate to indicate that power is applied to the CP-50 tester. The DVM should read line voltage (the same voltage as the service power to the EVSE).

Reverse the vehicle Charge Request toggle to “Charge NOT Requested” to turn off the charge. The red light turns off on the CP-50 tester when a charge is no longer requested. This process can also be used to measure the voltage on each line to ground if additional troubleshooting is required.

PILOT COMMUNICATION SIGNAL TEST

With the vehicle Charge Request toggle in the “Charge NOT Requested” position, plug the EVSE SAE J1772 connector into the CP-50 test fixture and use an oscilloscope to verify the Pilot communication square wave signal. The Scope Ground and Pilot connection points are located on Side B of the CP-50.

SAE J1772 Pilot State B should be visible on the oscilloscope. The positive portion of the signal should be approximately +9 VDC, indicating a charge has not been requested. See Figure 3.

CLIPPERCREEK CP 50 Handheld EVSE Tester - fig 3

Flip the vehicle Charge Request toggle to “Charge Requested.”
The red light will illuminate to indicate that power is applied to the CP-50 tester and the EVSE will also indicate a charge in progress.

Use an oscilloscope to verify the Pilot communication square wave signal. The Scope Ground and Pilot connection points are located on Side B of the CP- 50. SAE J1772 Pilot State C should be visible on the oscilloscope. The positive portion of the signal should be approximately +6 VDC, indicating a charge has been requested. See Figure 4.

CLIPPERCREEK CP 50 Handheld EVSE Tester - fig 4

CCID TRIP POINT

Verify that the toggle is switched to “Charge Not Requested” plug the EVSE SAE J1772 connector into the CP-50 test fixture. Flip the toggle to “Charge Requested,” simulate a ground fault by pressing the pushbutton on Side B labeled “CCID TRIP.” The red LED light on the CP-50 will turn off when the fault is found. The Fault or Protection light on an EVSE will illuminate to indicate a fault. Figure 5 shows the “CHARGING FAULT” light that illuminates a ClipperCreek EVSE when the CCID TRIP button is pushed. Note that other brands of EVSEs may appear differently when indicating a fault.

CLIPPERCREEK CP 50 Handheld EVSE Tester - fig 5

RESET THE EVE

Depending on the manufacture date ClipperCreek HCS, LCS, ECS, ACS, and PCS product lines will automatically clear the fault condition after approximately 30 seconds or 17 minutes; to clear the fault immediately, cycle power to the EVSE by turning the supply breaker off and back on. To reset ClipperCreek CS Series disconnect the CP-50 and reconnect it. If testing another brand of EVSE, refer to the manufacturer-provided user manual for reset instructions.

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

Call your ClipperCreek Service Representative at any time, 24 hours a day, at the number below. PLEASE HAVE THE MODEL NUMBER AND SERIAL NUMBER AVAILABLE WHEN YOU CALL. This information is printed on the label on the back of the CP-50 enclosure. If your call is made after business hours or on weekends, please leave your name, telephone number, the unit serial number, and a brief description of the problem. A Service
The representative will call back at the earliest opportunity.

Distributor Service
Number Here

TO CONTACT CLIPPERCREEK DIRECTLY FOR SERVICE CALL877-694-4194 MONDAY – FRIDAY BETWEEN 8:00AM AND 5:00PM PACIFIC TIME.

LIMITED WARRANTY – ELECTRIC VEHICLE SUPPLY EQUIPMENT and ACCESSORIES
Enphase Energy, Inc. through its ClipperCreek division
11850 Kemper Road
Auburn, California 95603
Phone: 877-694-4194
Email: information@clippercreek.net

Subject to the terms and conditions below, Enphase Energy, Inc. (“Enphase”) provides the following limited warranty to the original purchaser of the products (“Covered Owner” or “you”):

Product 1-year parts, 1-year factory labor:
Subject to the terms and conditions below, Enphase warrants the product to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of 1 year commencing on the date of installation (first use) (the “Warranty Period”). Except where prohibited by applicable law, the product installation date must be evidenced and communicated to Enphase by way of the product registration card (or its equivalent). The product registration card must be filled out completely and accurately and returned to Enphase within 30 days after installation, and the product installation date shall be within 6 months after the purchase date. If a Product installation date is not communicated to Enphase as described above, the product purchase date indicated in the Covered Owner’s proof of purchase for the product shall serve as the start date of the Warranty Period.

If Enphase confirms the existence of a defect that is covered by this Limited Warranty, Enphase will, at its option, repair or replace the product, or refund the actual purchase price for the product less reasonable depreciation based on use at the time that Enphase is notified of the defect. Enphase will not elect to issue a refund unless (i) Enphase is unable to provide a replacement and repair is not commercially practicable or cannot be timely made, or (ii) the Covered Owner is willing to accept such a refund. If a defect in material or workmanship exists in the product, to the extent permitted by law, these are the sole and exclusive remedies. Repair parts and/or replacement products may be either new or reconditioned at Enphase’s discretion. This limited warranty does not cover defects caused by improper installation or use, including but not limited to improper connections with peripherals, external electrical faults, accident, disaster, misuse, abuse, or modifications to the product not made by or at the direction of Enphase. Any service repair outside the scope of this limited warranty shall be at applicable rates and terms then in effect. This warranty covers factory parts and factory labor only; it does not cover field service or removal and replacement of the product or any other costs.

All other express and implied warranties for this product including the warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non- infringement are hereby disclaimed. Some states do not allow the exclusion of implied warranties or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you. In no event will Enphase, any of its authorized sales and service representatives, or its parent company be liable to the Covered Owner or any third party for any damages in excess of the purchase price of the product. This limitation applies to damages of any kind including any direct or indirect damages, lost profits, lost savings, or other special, incidental, exemplary, or consequential damages whether for breach of contract, tort, or otherwise or whether arising out of the use of or inability to use the product, even if Enphase or an authorized Enphase representative or dealer has been advised of the possibility of such damages or of any claim by any other party. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental damages for some products, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state.

To obtain warranty service:
Call your nearest authorized Service Representative or the ClipperCreek division of Enphase at the above number.
You will receive information as to how service for the product will be provided. If you mail or ship the product in for service, you must ensure the product, prepay all shipping charges, and properly pack it for shipment in its original shipping container or its equivalent. You are responsible for all loss or damage that may occur in transit. You must provide proof of purchase for the product and the purchase date before any warranty service can be performed.

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